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Dana Aberman
Jul. 20, 2025 - google
We started using Josephine 3 weeks ago and we are very happy with the progress our 15 month old English Bulldog criminal has made. She has learned to walk on a leash without pulling. She has learned come and place. Matilda is happier with the structure Dog Training Elite has given our household. We are looking forward to the group classes and improve her socialization skills. A quick follow up on how Matilda is doing. Matilda is the queen of our neighborhood. Our neighbors cannot believe how well trained she is. Her attitude is 100% better, as is mine. She is a pleasure to walk and we have a lot of fun doing it.
Nate Gornitzky
Sep. 20, 2025 - google
Dog Training elite is amazing! They’ve helped my dog become the best companion I can bring anywhere and everywhere.
Jan Roach
Sep. 10, 2025 - google
Hi my name Jan. I have 5 years old Shizu. She like to bark to people and big dog, very aggressive. I met Josephine on March, 2025. She is a good dog training, she is listening my problem, understand, kind and good communication. She help me fix the problem of my dog in the right way. Her technique is simple and easy for me to follow and all work. My dog listening to me and understanding and behaving since I work with Josephine. She is more calm and not so much bark anymore. I will recommend everyone who needs help with your dog. Josephine definitely can fix your problem and give a great advice what we need to do to fix our problem with your dogs. I am happy 😊.
Robert Kramer
Aug. 2, 2025 - google
Before the program Mitchell was a menace. Works really hard to correct bad behavior in my 2 year old lab. He has improved so much through this training. Worth every penny.
Coley Quinn
Jul. 24, 2025 - google
We were initially referred to this organization by some family members after getting our new puppy. A scary encounter with an older dog made us realize just how important training and obedience are in preventing dangerous or stressful situations. We started the training when our pup was about 5–6 months old, focusing on basic commands and addressing biting behavior. Now, six months later, the progress has far exceeded our expectations. Our dog is nearly ready to walk off-leash and behaves wonderfully in public spaces. We feel like we’ve not only gained control over his previous bad habits but also built a much stronger bond with him. The training has helped us better understand his behavior and tendencies, which has made all the difference. We highly recommend investing in this training, it’s been an invaluable experience for both us and our pup. Thank you Josephine!!!
Camille/David Andrade
Jul. 22, 2025 - google
Who Says You Can’t Teach an Old Dog New Tricks? My neighbors certainly did! However, Josephine, the owner and lead trainer, proved them wrong!! Storm, our 11 year old rescue, was out of control when anyone rang the front door bell. He would charge ahead of us, and bark aggressively…non stop. After only 2 lessons with Josephine using DTE’s proven methods, and us reinforcing them daily, Storm now stays in his “place” when the doorbell rings, and is learning to be “quiet”. We just finished the 5th lesson, and we can confidently and safely walk Storm by our side around our neighborhood. He “heels”, is not pulling, or distracted by other dogs and is focused on the commands. If we stop, and he’s told “down”, he goes down with chest and elbows on the ground. This is the hardest command to follow as it means total submission by him. We highly recommend Josephine and her side-kicks, Gracie and Dottie :) The DTE program she is using was developed over 45 years. We learnt that success with Storm would only be possible with mutual trust, consistency, positive reinforcement, and most of all…working with him at least 15 minutes everyday. Thanks Josephine, for teaching Storm, our old dog, new tricks!!!
Ashley Parker
Apr. 22, 2025 - google
Before training, our year and a half old frenchie was reactive and had no manners! Safe to say he was running our house. After the first session, we noticed a HUGE shift in his behavior! Now that we are 4 sessions in, he is more confident, less reactive and respects us. It’s been amazing to see his progression! We highly recommend Josephine Grace with Dog Training Elite Palm Beach County! It has changed our household.
Erica Duncan
Mar. 18, 2025 - google
We are about 5 lessons in with Josephine and our 8 month old puppy. We are so impressed with what Buddy/we have learned. Practice is the key, and they give you all the tools you need to have a happy, well-balanced dog.
Michelle
Jan. 27, 2025 - google
I’m so grateful for the help and insight Josephine provided for my dog. Before my Nailah enrolled in Dog Training Elite, she was a cute and fluffy little menace. After training with Josephine, she is a totally different dog! Not only do Josephine train Nailah, she lovingly trained us as well. I’ve learned so much from here that I never even considered before. Nailah is still cute and fluffy but she is also a beloved member of the family. She’s stopped nipping us and counter surfing. She’s stopped her incessant barking and pulling us during walks. If you’re considering this program-do it. You will have a well behaved companion if you stick with Josephine!
Steven J. Callaghan
Nov. 6, 2024 - google
We had struggled with our dogs behaviors and patience for years, but we never reached out looking for a professional training program. Josephine worked wonders with our three pups with noticeable improvements in their obedience, socialization, consistency, and behavioral issues. The pulling, barking, and aggression all were handled. I would highly recommend this training to anyone with even a sight curiosity of dog training improvement!
Cathi Rush
Nov. 12, 2024 - google
Amazing! OMG, I can’t believe this is the same dog! Chaos had such a successful training session today. He stays in his “place” even when he’s in a public place with distractions and people and other dogs. He is calm. He listens. He is so much less “reactive”. The change in this dog is really incredible. I am finally starting to trust him after our private training sessions. Now I can’t wait to start taking him to the group classes for socializing. There is hope for this previously out of control German shepherd!!!! A huge THANK YOU to our trainer, Josephine Grace, for helping make our problem “beast” into a calmer and more manageable dog.
Daniel Israel
Nov. 3, 2024 - google
Chaos is definitely calming down. And he’s a different German Shepherd than back when we started the training! He’s very smart and learns quickly. Elite dog training has given us some excellent methods for controlling his behavior
Lena Jones
Oct. 25, 2024 - facebook
Josephine is amazing! We started working with her when our boy Benny was just six months old. He was a rescue and the unknown carried with the “pit mix” name was something we took very seriously. Not only was she reassuring that she would help us create a happy environment for our three boys but also to made sure that Benny stayed safe and happy! Together we researched his breed and learned about his temperament as we navigated his training. She was so helpful, reassuring, and answered any call or text whenever we had questions! A year later, Benny is still training with Josephine and continues to amaze us with not only how smart he is, but how loving and sweet he is to any and all that meet him! We had an instance a few weeks ago that left me with some questions. As soon as I texted Josephine, she called me a few minutes later and helped me solve the issue and connected me to other great resources! Her wealth of knowledge is priceless! We highly recommend Josephine and her team for dog training (and human training)!
Krissy Weinhardt
Sep. 30, 2024 - google
Josephine has been absolutely fantastic to work with! She has given us the tools to help our dogs become the best versions of themselves. The difference in just 4 sessions has been night and day for these dogs, we love practicing and working with them every day to get better. Our dogs were very reactive on leash and now family walks are much more enjoyable! Highly recommend taking the time and effort to work with her, she is wonderful!
Dwight Divine
Oct. 11, 2024 - google
My daughter has a pure bred Corgi. She recently moved into a condo. She brought her dog to live there. She constantly barked The dog was not going to able to stay there. The dog is currently staying at our house. We decided to get a trainer She had several issues. She constantly barked, She jumped on anyone who came into the house and she was aggressive towards other dogs when she was being walked even though she likes other dogs We called and met with Josephine. We decided to give a try. She is making progress we did not think was possible. We have not finished the training but we are happy with the results so far. She still has a ways to go but we think she will continue to make progress and that will be able to live with our daughter. Josephine is very kind and patient and she knows what she is doing.
Randy Lebowitz
Jun. 16, 2024 - google
Josephine is an awesome dog trainer. She is very easy going and really knows how to not only communicate with our dog, but even more important with the owners. Throughout the process, she’s not only teaching the dog what to do but teaching the dogs owners how to continue the training process, which is probably the most important part of this journey. Our 22 month old Bernadoodle has really progressed amazingly well over just 4 or 5-1 hour sessions. We have also put in the work necessary to make this successful and are constantly hearing comments about how well-behaved our puppy is. I highly recommend Josephine and Dog training elite to anyone Who has not made the commitment to train and learn the follow up for having a well-trained dog
Tina Donahue
Jun. 1, 2024 - google
We got a rescue puppy who ended up being a completely different mix than we thought. We thought he was a small breed but ended up being a German Shepard/boarder collie mix and was timid and aggressive with age. I was feeling completely helpless and really didn’t think we could keep him but I wanted to try one more thing. Josephine came to our house and as much as she taught him, she taught me more. He gained respect for my authority and I gained control. I no longer have any fears from him! We have had parties with 20 people, multiple different dogs in and out of the house, doors left open and more. We are now confident he can be a part of our family forever. ❤️
Todd Morey
Apr. 23, 2024 - google
Great so far, lots of progress with my German Shepherd. Excited to see how this develops going forward.
MB Davis
Apr. 17, 2024 - google
I can’t say enough about Josephine, Gracie and Dottie! Josephine is helping us with our two little pups that we adopted during Covid. They are loving little guys, but were totally out of control whenever company came over or someone came to the door. So much so, that we would have to put them in a bedroom just to open the front door ! They were over excited to greet guests, jumping , barking for attention - absolute chaos! With Josephine’s help - we are able to control them so much better and they are more relaxed when company is over. They are definitely a work in progress, but in a short few weeks we have seen such an improvement in both of them !! I highly recommend Josephine for your dog training needs - you won’t be disappointed!
roger lawrence
Apr. 16, 2024 - google
We have Cavaliers. Both reactive and one in particular, a large male, demanding and at times quite annoying. That was before a chance meeting with Josephine and her dogs Gracie and Dottie at the Wellington Amphitheater, after which we signed both Cavs up for training with Elite. After a few weeks with Josephine there is a marked difference in obedience and behavior allowing us more freedom to enjoy our pups. In the past we could not walk them if other dogs were around as they wound act like the hounds from hell. Now they pay attention to us and can remain calm which was the number one goal we had with the training. Importantly, the training is probably as much training us as it is our Cavs, but together we have learned how to drastically improve our dog owning experience, keeping all the good that comes with it and filtering out the bad. Josephine has the tools, techniques and knowledge that made it happen. We did not believe it could. But it did! Thank you.
Kayla Rogers-Callaghan
Mar. 28, 2024 - google
Josephine is just the sweetest! She has done amazing work with our dogs and we are so grateful. We have 3 rambunctious pups (different sizes and different breeds) who don’t normally warm up to people quickly but they felt right at ease with Josephine. She treats them as if they are her own and I couldn’t be more appreciative. Everyone should sign up with Josephine! 😊
Lauren Schwal
Mar. 13, 2024 - google
I was very nervous but Josephine explained everything and I was much calmer. She was able to work with me when we had to individualize my beagle's training regimen. Thank you!
Sandra Hoesley
Mar. 9, 2024 - google
Josephine has done a great job in helping us train Dolly.. She is patient, soft spoken but provides us with the tools and lesson plans to train our puppy.. Walking was incredibly difficult with Dolly pulling and barking at other dogs and bikers… After one lesson, she is heeling, not barking or pulling !!
Danielle Jacobs
Feb. 20, 2024 - google
Josephine is a great trainer. She really connects with the dogs and teaches you how to do the same. I loved the convenience of having her come to us for weekly appointments. She is extremely knowledgable and patient. Unfortunately we had to head back up north and could not spend more time or join a group. Thank you! Danielle and Leroy Brown
Thomas Carpenter
Feb. 14, 2024 - google
We have a golden retriever. 4 years old. We had behavioral issues with her. She would pull on the leash and go after bicycles ect. My wife called the dog trainer to train our dog to correct the issues. We bought her best program and she met with us weekly . She sits, lays, heals, and comes to me on comand. Also she can stay in place when people come over instead of jumping all over them. We are now educated in what to do going forward and will continue to use her expertise in the future.
George Leef
Feb. 10, 2024 - google
I've been working with Josephine on training my Shih-poo Louis. He was very willful when we started, pulling on the leash when we went for walks and barking incessantly when he heard the doorbell or any noise outside. He's gotten much better with the pulling and although he will still start barking when he heard a noise, he'll quite down when I tell him to stop. I'm very pleased with the progress he's made. Highly recommend if you have a dog with annoying or troublesome behaviors.
Emily Rivas
Nov. 22, 2023 - google
Josephine has been HANDS-DOWN the best investment that I have ever made! If you have a large breed high-energy dog or are finding yourself in the middle of the "puppy blues", I strongly urge you to look no further than Josephine as your dog trainer! As a brand new dog owner to a 6 month old German Shepard/Husky mix, I quickly became overwhelmed with all of the conflicting information available online about how to properly train your dog. Therefore, when searching for a dog trainer, I knew I needed someone who would not only train my dog, but also educate me on how to coexist and grow with my dog. I wanted someone who would work in partnership with me, give me lifelong skills, and see the bigger picture. Josephine not only exceeded this expectation, but also exceeded all of my other expectations! My dog Rocky immediately warmed up to Josephine, as she had a calm but strong presence about her. He thoroughly enjoyed the training sessions because he was always actively learning and bonding with us! As a German Shepard/Husky mix, this was a dream come true for Rocky! Within weeks, it was as if we had a completely different dog! Rocky was actively looking for ways to apply his new skills, and eventually, we had a new language in the house that was understood by us as his owners, and Rocky. This tremendously helped our relationship and transformed our house. Before training, we were inconsistent on expectations for Rocky. We were also lost on how to mentally stimulate him, and did not know how to communicate to him that certain behaviors were not what we wanted (stealing socks, jumping on guests, pulling on the leash, reactive towards other dogs). After training, I could drop a sock or shoe in front of Rocky and he wouldn't flinch, he knows to stay in "place" when guests come over, and our walks are actually enjoyable because he remains in a "heel" position until we give him the okay! Rocky can even ride up the elevator in our apartment building with another dog inside with him and remain completely calm! To anyone thinking about training, I would strongly urge you to use Dog Training Elite! I know trusting a new person with your fur baby can be scary, but I can honestly say that I will be enrolling any future dogs with them without hesitation. It is to the point where I have had neighbors who I have never spoken to before come up to me and praise Rocky for being so well-mannered. They truly saved my relationship with my dog and that is something that I can never repay them for!
Christina La
Nov. 18, 2023 - google
Josephine was amazing with my Layla. Layla is a silver lab and was horrible on the leash. She has become a wonderful listener and walking buddy. 100% worth every penny.
Joely Tangarife
Nov. 9, 2023 - google
Before training it was chaos. Panda was out of control, bad behavior, super noisy, bad with guests, our property manager gave us a warning letter with a notice regarding his disruption to peace with the neighbors. We knew we had to do something fast. So we contacted Dog Training Elite and started the program. Now I’m proud that I can socialize with people and not having my dog bothering anyone. We can go out now and we can stop his behavior before it starts. Everyone who knew him before training noticed the big change in Panda. Thank you Josephine & Gracie.
R Ferr
Apr. 11, 2023 - google
Best decision we made for our family and Harry, our dog. What a difference DTE made for us, we are forever grateful. Josephine was on time, professional, and extremely helpful, helping us fall even more in love with Harry.
Natalie Vazquez
Nov. 6, 2023 - google
Before Martian started training, he had no self-control. He would jump on everyone, pull on his leash, and bite while we were playing with him. Since training, he has gained self-control and no longer jumps on everyone. He follows basic commands and is off to being the best version of himself! If you are looking for training with a true professional, Dog Training Elite Palm Beach County is the way to go!
Josue Levis
Aug. 11, 2023 - google
Josephine the trainer, played a HUGE part for my dog. I was concerned that it was going to take a long time but it was the opposite! She is friendly, full of love, and is passionate about what she does. This is my first time doing this and it is worth every money I invested with Josephine.
Kristine Metcalf
Oct. 7, 2023 - google
We adopted our 80 pound, 2 year old lab from the Humane Society and have limited info on his past. Our Farley is super loving, happy and extremely high energy. After a few days we knew we needed training. We decided to go with DTE and we are so grateful we did! Josephine has been wonderful. She not only worked wonders with our pup, she also trained us. 😃 Farley is doing great and we know we have the tools to continue this journey with our sweet boy. Highly recommend Josephine!!
Robin Gargano
Aug. 13, 2023 - google
Josephine is the type of trainer that you always hope you’ll find. Her warm heart and compassion, completely aligns with her profession, making my dog feel at ease and comfortable when she’s around. Her passion for what she does exudes in every single one of her trainings. She is able to not only help with every area that my dog needed assistance in, but she also has been able to educate myself and my husband on how to get the best out of our doggy. I have, and will continue to recommend her to every single person I know. We are so blessed to have found Josephine and I promise you will be as well. - Robin Gargano, Mental and Energy Skills Practitioner
Michael Williams
Aug. 11, 2023 - google
This was such a fantastic service! My dog Monte had an amazing time with his very own personal trainer, Josephine. She was fantastic and worked with Monte very well. Very pleased with the results. Thank you again!
josue levis
Aug. 11, 2023 - google
Great Trainer. Amazing
Karen Williams
Jul. 19, 2023 - google
Our doggie has separation anxiety and would always pee in the house . I found Elite, Josephine, and she has been so helpful with bringing back the basics ! All her strategies and tips have been successful and our doggie has shown great improvement! Josephine is patient, friendly and professional! Thank you!!!
Laura Boxley
Jun. 30, 2023 - google
Josephine has made a tremendous impact in caring for my puppy. Casey was three months old when I started the journey of having him become a service dog, after my previous service dog passed away. I recently took him on a road trip and was given all kinds of compliments for how well he was behaved (especially for a puppy). When training on my own I send her videos and she is always full of good advice to keep advancing Casey in his training. Josephine is extremely helpful, communicative, and patient. I would highly recommend her services it will only do great things for you and your companion!
Abby
Apr. 25, 2023 - google
I have been working as an apprentice to Josephine for about a week now. My 2yo labradoodle pup is great albeit very energetic. After just one session with the e collar and Josephine, she’s already becoming attentive and obedient. Both me and my pup are very excited and happier already!! I can’t wait to see her continued progress!
Michele Morissette
Apr. 11, 2023 - google
Josephine is very good at what she does. I highly recommend her. And she is very nice also.
Kim Marinoff
Apr. 5, 2023 - google
Josephine has the biggest heart of anyone I've ever worked with. She will treat your dog like her own. She is compassionate, detailed, and will provide the BEST dog training out there! You will absolutely love her customized training and the impact it will have on your pup and your family:)
Joshua Lopez
Apr. 5, 2023 - google
Josephine, is one of the kindest people you will ever meet. Her dedication to providing great service is unmatched.
Kyle Christie
Apr. 4, 2023 - google
I had an amazing experience working with Josephine. She truly wants to create the best experience for you and your pup. She is very passionate about her work and very motivated to provide an exceptional experience by following a roadmap to deliver successful results. She took a balanced approach of being personal yet professional and was responsive, reliable and respectful. Highly recommend!
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Josephine Grace
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Josephine’s entrepreneurial spirit and business experience, combined with her love for dogs led her to Dog Training Elite. With an Honors Degree in Education and a passion for writing, Josephine aims to share her and Dog Training Elite’s expert knowledge with pet lovers in Palm Beach County.

She evolved her expertise of helping others live a more fulfilled life, to include improving relationships and communication between dogs and their owners. She has seen firsthand with her first dog how the bond between dogs and people can help bring joy into someone’s life. Lexi was a star in nursing homes!

She is grateful for the opportunity to enhance the quality of life for both owners and their dogs, helping other people get their lives back, reduce their stress, and experience the healing power of dogs as companions, service animals and family members. You will see her most of the time with her happy, adorable Bichon Frise, Gracie.

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Gracie, a 2-year-old bichon frise is a sweetheart and loves nature. She will sit for hours observing and exploring the outdoors. She is outgoing and always eager to bring a smile to everyone’s face. She’s more than a pet, she helps Josephine serve her community in great ways and would love to meet you!

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